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Last update: April 2025

The Bear of Rodborough Hotel is a charming hotel wedding venue situated on the edge of Minchinhampton Common in Stroud, Gloucestershire. This picturesque property dates back to the 17th century and offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for special occasions. Here, you and your guests can enjoy exemplary service within a scenic setting to create an unforgettable wedding celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

The Bear of Rodborough Hotel offers a selection of beautiful indoor and outdoor event spaces to host all aspects of your wedding. The venue is licenced to host civil ceremonies on-site, allowing you to hold your entire day here. The Terrace Room is a bright and airy space that offers beautiful views of the surrounding scenery through ample large windows. Here, you and your beloved can exchange your wedding vows surrounded by 70 of your nearest and dearest. For a Summer ceremony in the open air, the Croquet Pavillion is an ideal location where you can walk up a red-carpet aisle, surrounded on all sides by stunning natural landscape. The Bear Pavilion and Garden provides a delightful space to host a drinks reception and have your wedding photos taken. This area benefits from a built-in bar, giving your guests the opportunity to sip champagne and mingle while they take in the luscious views. For your wedding breakfast, The Library Restaurant supplies a warm and inviting atmosphere suitable for up to 90 seated guests. Here, thick tartan carpet, a wood-log archway, and bookend wallpaper create a rich aesthetic. This room can serve as the setting for both your seated meal and evening reception for your convenience.

The hotel also boasts 45 individually-designed guest rooms that you and your guests can utilize for a restful overnight stay before and after your event. Each room offers comfort and luxury and guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast the following morning.

Services Offered

The friendly and experienced team at The Bear of Rodborough Hotel aim to do all they can to make your wedding a wonderful success here. You will be assisted every step of the way by the venue’s dedicated wedding planner. The in-house culinary team can craft a menu that reflects your style and tastes for your special day. Wedding packages offered here include a comprehensive array of services to ensure every aspect of your day is expertly assisted.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Historic
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Marquee available
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser

Other features:

Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
Pet-friendly
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11 Oct
Open Door

They are holding an open day for perspective couples, so why not visit them to have a look at what they have to offer at The Bear, whilst enjoying the...

Date: From 11/10/2025 to 11/10/2025 Schedule 12:00 - 15:00
Place: Rodborough Common, Stroud, Gloucestershire

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Rodborough Common GL5 5DE Stroud (Gloucestershire)
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